BOLT 0967074 - Caterpillar

Use this test to troubleshoot any suspect problems with power to the Electronic Control Module (ECM).This procedure covers the following diagnostic codes:
168-00 "System Voltage High"
168-01 "System Voltage Low"
168-02 "System Voltage intermittent/erratic"Use this test if there are intermittent engine shutdowns or if a difficulty in starting is not accompanied by loss of electrical accessories. Engine shutdowns that are accompanied by a loss of other electrical accessories indicate a problem in the keyswitch. This does not indicate a problem in the wiring at the engine's ECM. Verify that there are no problems with the starting system or the charging system before you use this test.Unswitched battery voltage is supplied to the ECM at P1-48, P1-52, and P1-53. The negative battery is supplied to the ECM at P1-61, P1-63, and P1-65. The ECM receives the input from the keyswitch at P1-70 when the keyswitch is in the ON position or in the START position. When the ECM detects battery voltage at this input, the ECM will power up. When battery voltage is removed from this input, the ECM will power down. The ECM continuously receives battery voltage through the 15 Amp circuit breaker for the ECM.The engine ECM requires the keyswitch to be in the ON position in order to maintain communications with Caterpillar Electronic Technician (ET).
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Schematic for the electrical power supply circuit
Test Step 1. Inspect the Electrical Connectors and the Wiring
Remove electrical power from the engine ECM.
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Location of the J1/P1 ECM connectors
Thoroughly inspect the J1/P1 ECM connectors. Inspect all of the connectors that are in the circuit. Refer to the diagnostic functional test Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect" for details.
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P1 connections for the electrical power supply circuit
(P1-48) +Battery
(P1-52) +Battery
(P1-53) +Battery
(P1-61) −Battery
(P1-63) −Battery
(P1-65) −Battery
(P1-70) Keyswitch
Perform a 45 N (10 lb) pull test on each of the wires in the ECM connector that are associated with the circuit.
Check the allen head screw for each of the ECM connectors for the proper torque. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Electrical Connectors - Inspect" for the correct torque values.
Check the harness and the wiring for abrasion and for pinch points. Expected Result:All connectors, pins, and sockets are completely inserted and coupled. The harness and wiring are free of corrosion, of abrasion, and of pinch points. All connections and grounds are tight and free of corrosion.Results:
OK - The harness and wiring appear to be OK. Proceed to Test Step 2.
Not OK - There is a problem in the connectors and/or wiring.Repair: Repair the connectors or wiring and/or replace the connectors or wiring. Ensure that all of the seals are properly in place and ensure that the connectors are completely coupled. Verify that the repair eliminates the problem.STOPTest Step 2. Check the Battery Voltage at the ECM
Remove electrical power from the engine ECM.
Disconnect the J1/P1 ECM connector.
Restore electrical power to the engine ECM.
Measure the voltage between P1-48 (Unswitched +Battery) and P1-61 (−Battery).
Measure the voltage between P1-52 (Unswitched +Battery) and P1-63 (−Battery).
Measure the voltage between P1-53 (Unswitched +Battery) and P1-65 (−Battery).
Measure the voltage between P1-70 (Keyswitch) and